Bob Dylan, the Man with a Vision Review

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(More customer reviews)Khalid Reza in his book entitled Bob Dylan: The Man With a Vision has successfully put his feelings into written words through poetic expressions. The author reminded me that many times what individuals can't express in spoken words is easily conveyed through poetry and music. His words appear to flow freely, unencumbered by man-made fences that restrict style and presentation. Although he admired the poetry of William Wordsworth and John Keats, in the late sixties, he discovered Bob Dylan who inspired him to write what he felt in his own unique style.
In the author's first selection entitled Bob Dylan, The Man With a Vision, one understands why he chose this writing for the title of his book. He describes Mr. Dylan as someone who fell to earth as a shooting star with a mission to fulfill. His mission was to create a new kind of music--a straightforward hit in the nucleus of the social disease. Though not a president, politician, scientist, or Noble Prize winner, the author sees greatness in Dylan that surpasses such titles; he believes that Dylan is a mentor, teacher, and a guide who will remain in hearts forever. It seems to this reviewer that the author needs Bob Dylan in his life as a source of inspiration. But don't we all need heroes?
The poetry goes beyond Khalid Reza's admiration for Mr. Dylan. Although the author says that he is not a poet but simply an individual who tries to put words together, he does this very well. The author admits that he doesn't follow the rules; perhaps that is why his words come through as real, not stuffy and hemmed in by tradition. He discusses wars and asks if the Lord is sleeping or simply stunned by those trying to destroy his creation by making filthy plans. The author speaks of life and the things that are neglected because of the restraints of time. He says time is cruel--that what it takes away, it never gives back. His thoughts are honest, and at times his despair all too real.
Khalid Reza talks about losing love and finding it, allowing readers to feel both pain and joy. He dedicates some poems to his wife, thanking God for the precious gift He has given him. He wishes to be born into the world again and again only to love her. This was a refreshing selection, a change of pace from the many dark, thought-provoking poems. There are other poems that tell stories, rather than express emotion--stories about life such as a wonderful adoption that changes the life of a boy with no name. One poem that touched my heart was about a wedding anniversary that occurred on September 11th. Though Rosemary prepared for an intimate celebration with flowers, cake and a gift, her husband did not come home to her that evening because he worked in the World Trade Center. One poem discusses how children betray their parents, but says that their turn is coming as these children become old with children of their own. Then who will be in the nursing homes? Who will be wishing for their parents to die so they can claim what the parents worked so hard to accumulate?
The author touches on many different subjects and writes with great intensity. From one selection to the next, readers will not know what to expect; they will not be bored. The author was born in Bangladesh in 1959 and graduated from the University of Dhaka with a Bachelor's Degree of Arts and Laws. Though he takes poetic license with the English language, his work is original--from the depth of his soul--and the reality of his words will stimulate the emotions of readers. Despite the fact that the book--especially the back cover--should have been edited in regard to proper punctuation and grammar, the book is a worthwhile read. It will make you think about all facets of life. Whether or not you are a Bob Dylan fan, you will find music in the darkness of night and the light of day in the various selections and philosophical words--music that stirs the soul and music that calms the spirit.
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Bob Dylan, The Man With A Vision is a book of poetry. Some of the poems here arewritten about Mr. Bob Dylan. Mr. Dylan is not only a musician; he is a mentor, guide andteacher. Men like him come only once in a lifetime. He changed the theme of traditionalmusic into a powerful tale of life. There are about 15 poems written on Mr. Dylan. Otherpoems are written on recent events; the September 11th tragedy, Mothers, Love,Separation, Accidents; poems against drugs, alcohol, war etc.; poems about the StatenIsland Ferry accident and everything else in our daily life. These poems are prolific.Everyone has, in some way, encountered these situations in their life.

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